New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon praised India’s growing global stature under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing the country as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, a major geopolitical force and a key Indo-Pacific partner.
Addressing a gala lunch in Auckland, PM Luxon said India’s scale, innovation, ambition and strategic influence had strengthened its position on the global stage.
Highlighting the importance of strong partnerships, PM Luxon said trust, commitment, reliability and shared value formed the foundation of successful diplomacy and business. He described New Zealand as an open, innovative and globally connected nation with expertise in food production, education, technology, tourism and sustainability, adding that closer collaboration with India would create jobs, boost trade, attract investment and enhance prosperity for both countries.
Welcoming the decision to elevate bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, PM Luxon called it a significant milestone that would provide a stronger framework for cooperation amid an increasingly uncertain global environment. He said the partnership would expand cooperation across trade, investment, education, technology, tourism, defence and maritime security.
PM Luxon also praised the Indian community’s contribution to New Zealand, saying its strong people-to-people links continue to strengthen bilateral ties. cooperation.
Thanking Prime Minister Modi for his leadership and personal commitment to advancing bilateral ties, PM Luxon said the two countries had built a winning partnership. He expressed confidence that the newly established Strategic Partnership would deliver tangible benefits for both nations and looked forward to working closely with PM Modi to further strengthen cooperation in the years ahead.
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